Instructional Assistant

SCOPE:

Assist the classroom teacher with educational, remedial, physical, and social tasks within the classroom.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist students with classroom assignments, tests, activities, etc., ensuring students understand assignments given by the teacher.
• Assist in developing and maintaining a positive classroom and school environment.
• Oversee instructional activities as directed by the teacher and monitor results.
• Document and report relevant information regarding student progress, behavioral changes, or physical needs to the teacher as necessary.
• Maintain communication with the classroom teacher.
• Implement recommendations provided by the classroom teacher or specialist for a specific child.
• Maintain and enforce disciplinary procedures.
• Perform clerical duties such as copy work, computer work, and filing.
• Ensure a safe, clean environment conducive to learning.
• Attend professional development activities as assigned.
• Become familiar with the instructional strategies that are utilized in the International Baccalaureate curriculum.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding the children, their families and other employees.
• Performs other duties assigned by the Teacher/Head of School.

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION WORK RELATED EXPERIENCES:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Education or Early Childhood Education preferred

2. Must have current PA Criminal, PA Child Abuse, and FBI Criminal History Record Background Checks

3.First Aid & CPR Certifications preferred

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

1. Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus.

2. Possesses strong oral and written communication skills.

3. Works independently with little direct supervision.

4. Works as part of a team.

5. Accepts responsibility and is self-motivated.

6. Demonstrates strong work ethic to achieve school goals.

7. Displays effective multitasking and time management skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.50 - $18.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $19